Overview

To know the Magnificience of a mountain you should maintain distance - is a saying related to mountains.It is a dream of every adventure enthusiast and a mountain lover to have a Glimspe of worlds highest peak Eve- Rest - 8898 M .Everest base camp trek traditionally is a route normally following the Hillary footstep which starts with a few hours’ drive to Jiri, but time and development of infrastructures has benefited this trekking region and thus has provided opportunities for people with limited time to trek this EBC trekking trail with a flying to Lukla.

The trekking route in the sherpa region of Everest base camp trekking is a feast to eyes and a endless view of mountain surroundings with curiosity over dramatic landscape. The trail, whether you take a shorter version with a flight into Lukla or the classical trek from Jiri, it all follows the same course of Dudh Kosi river as you gain altitude trekking through forests of rhododendron ( Buransh ) and magnolia into almost arctic conditions when you walk the Khumbu Glaciers into Everest base camp. This trek is even more challenging doing almost a circuit with a trek into Gokyo, crossing the Chola Pass or doing 3 passes or Gorakshep to Kalapathar and EBC or vice versa.

To be frank , to see the highest point on earth “Everest” from close quarters. The mystery of this trek is that one cannot get to see the Everest at close range as you get to see it from Kalapathar. However, the trek to base camp itself is sensational, an over whelming feeling that captures your heart mind and soul.A mountain journey with each step ; each breath worthwhile and experience to cherish for a lifetime..!

Extra day Accommodation/Food on the trail or in Kathmandu in case of flight delay

Rescheduling of Flight

Battery charging of Electronic devices or gadgets

GST 5 % Extra

Note for every member:

NRI and Foreigners Guest are require to bring 4 pictures of passport size new photos and USD 40 for own expenses to apply the Nepal multiple visa. (15 days 30 USD & above 40 USD for Per Person) except Indian Nationality.

Nepal visa will issue at your upon arrival in Kathmandu at TIA airport.

Passport must have at least 6 months of validity during the entire travelling period.

There will be a surcharge of 4% if payment made by Credit Card for trip.

Indian nationality not required visa but must bring their valid passport or Voter Id issued by Election Commission Original with Hologram

FAQ

Q 1. How fit one need to be to do a trek to Everest Base camp ?

A :My answer is that you should be reasonably fit and functionally fit, without any ailments such as heart disease/lung and Asthmatic. Having a minimal experience of walking 6-7 days for 5- 6 hours a day on uneven terrain without being tired. If you are huffing and puffing to climb the stairs of a multi storey building then you should get fit. Kids of Age 6 and senior citizens of Age 70 have completed this trek Successfully. If you allow enough time for Acclimatization and keeping yourself well nourished and hydrated, trek to Everest Base camp will be really enjoyable. It is evident that you are visiting to the base of worlds highest peak, it would be really challenging. Trekking through steep ascents, walking on moraines, rocky trails is hard and worthwhile.!. The sheer challenge is that you will be at a high altitude, where sheer breathing is a task. Do breathing exercises regularly and pranayama inhale and exhale exercises.

Q 2. Can we spend night at Base Camp in tent ?

A : Camping for groups or individuals not summiting Everest peak in not allowed at the Base. Special permissions for same is required. Hence Organised trekking groups camp at Gorakshep, which is an hours walk away from campsite. Moreover the campsite is just a huge patch of Glacier moraine marked with thank as or prayer flags. During the climbing season it is reserved for Expeditions only.

Q 3. What about drinking water on the trail during Everest Base camp Trek ?

A : When you are in plains or gaining altitudes, essentially you need to consume 5-6 litres of fluid in the form of beverages such as tea , Coffee , soup and water. When it comes to drinking water you have to basically refill bottles, ask for boiled hot water or buy a mineral water bottle.The recommend to refill water bottle which is less harmful for eco system. However FYI at Lukla the bottle costs 30 per litre in IC and may go upto 250 per litre depending on altitude. Universal solvent water on heating boils at a lesser temperature than at sea level. While water starts to boil at just 86 deg Celsius, might not kill bacteria Water purifying tablets are available in Kathmandu. Purification sticks are available on online stores.

Q 4. Do Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu flights get delayed often ?

A : To be Honest the weather forest at Lukla are hardly true. They show a long list of claims which turn out to be inaccurate. If you compare reports from different weather stations, each will provide different forecast. So don’t fear about reports. More reliable and accurate predictions are given by guides and porters by merely looking at sky. Flights get cancelled, it is mostly because of wind, thermals and poor visibility factors. It is one of worlds best airstrip and landing you experience of your life time. While booking tickets please insist agent to book tickets on LHS of cockpit.

Q 5. Is Network available on the trail during trek to base camp ?. Is there Wi-Fi in Tea Houses ?. How to charge our electronic gadgets or devices?

A : If you have enabled International roaming on existing SIM card, you will likely to have connectivity along the trek. But I suggest you to buy a local SIM N- cell from Thamel market in Katmandu which offers the best connectivity along the trek. N-Cell offers 2 G -3 G services as well. Neverthless , I highly recommend to be out of reach and communicate with mother nature. Everest link provides Wifi all along trail. Usually available at all places of stay. Cost of wifi also varies from 100 IC to 500 IC till Gorakshep. You can charge you devices at place where you stay. Don’t forget to carry chargers and Multi pin plugs with you. However charging cost will vary from 100 IC to 500 IC accordingly depending on altitude.

Q 6. How to be out of danger or overcome Altitude Sickness during Everest Base camp trek ?

A : Consume lot of fluids, Say no to smoking , caffeine , Alcohol during the Everest base trek at least a week before the commencement of trek.

Fluid intake should be minimal 4-5 litres per day. One is prone to dehydrate faster. Before you realize you get symptoms of mild headache. Headache may be due to cold also. It is a more of mental game. Dont bank on assumptions and follow the instructions.

One step One breath – It is not a race. There is no trophy waiting for you.! .Walk slow admiring the beauty around you. Try to identify snow clad peaks on the trail. Be fortunate to be there and know the wonders of nature..!

Start early and rest frequently. Maintain a pace to walk.

Try to acclimatize naturally and say NO TO DIAMOX tablets. If you have allergic to sulpha drugs it may have serious effect on your body.

If you suffer from Sleeplessness : Avoid tablets

Don’t trek alone and any symptoms report or discuss with leader. NO self medication ; Nor over confidence.

Don't wear ear plugs or listen to music while you trek. Enjoy the music of mother nature..!

Q 7. Can I do the Everest base Camp Trek ? I am literally scared of Heights…!

A : Yes you can do it. There aren’t any jaw dropping cliff’s on trail or narrow paths on high precipices that you need to cross. Rather, the trail has steep ascents and descent with lots of canopy. You will be on track and guide porters will assist you all times. The guide from Sherpa community have immense knowledge and will assist you all times. There are few suspension bridges on the trail to connect gorges and are sturdy. Cross it fearlessly. Though it swings don’t worry on the sturdiness of bridges.!

Q 8. Will we get good genuine materials in Kathmandu? Any shops you can suggest which is closer to our Hotel in Kathmandu?

Q 12. Do we get portable drinking water (bottled) in the trekking route?

A : You Can buy portable drinking water bottle at shop either in Kathmandu, Lukla or Namche Bazar, or there is plenty tea house from where you can buy mineral water or boiled water for drinking.

Q 13. Do we have Mobile connectivity in the trek route?

A : Nepal SIM card N - CELL & N- TC will work in this trekking route.

Q 14. Can we get access to Data while on the trekking route?

A : You can access or there is some cyber cafe where you can use wifi on paying.

Q 15. Do we get ATM to withdraw Cash.? How do we charge our phones &cameras? What will be the cost if any?

A : Yes. Just before Namche Bazaar. When you begin your trek from Lukla. You can charge Phone or Camera in the tea house lodge and they may take some charges which is not very expensive. they may take per item 50 Nrs maximum or less.

Q 16. Do we get hot water for bathing? What are the charges if any? Is it advisable?

A : Yes some tea house lodge have hot shower on paying. It may does cost Nepali Rupee. Min. 300/max. 400. As far as acclimatization one should not take hot baths unless they have strong reasons, keeping in mind hygiene one may decide on it personally.

Q 17. Do we have to get our own sleeping bags or is it included in the package?

A : You must bring trekking gears such as sleeping bag, wearing and warm clothes, trekking boots, sun glasses etc which is not include in the packages. Per sleeping bag does cost 120 INR per day and we can assist you in hiring it.

Q 18. How sanitized / clean will be the mattress / quilts provided in the hotels / tea houses?

A : Weather will be good because of best time to do trek in the areas. At night maximum minus 11/12 degree celsius and sunny in the day time.

Q 20. Will there be snow in any of the parts of the trek?

A : No, but if weather become bad then it may snowfall. You may expect in chola pass

Q 21. What should be the travel / trekking insurance we should buy? (Limits, coverage, ..) Do you have any suggestions for the Travel insurance company?

A : Travel/trekking insurance must cover hospital medicine if person get sick or Helicopter rescue flight. I think Indian Insurance company do that.Nepali insurance company will have no any policy for foreigners except Nepali crew only.

Q 22. What will be the emergency evacuation procedure in case of any exigencies? Any cost associated with the same?

A : If In case clients need emergency evacuation then we need to call for our local Helicopter company and it does cost 2200 USD per hour. That is why we asked you to do the Heli rescue insurance that all money will pay by them.

Q 23. What is the alternate in case of flight delays from Katmandu to Lukla or back?

A : If in case flight may delay by bad weather from Kathmandu to Lukla then we can wait for next day to fly. If it does not work due to continue bad weather then we may need to divert trek to another destination such as Langtang or Annapurna BC or round. If in case Lukla to Kathmandu then clients must pay for helicopter flight fees and agency will return your one way flight fare in cash. Some times by chance you can fly by Helicopter if plane can't go to Lukla due to the bad weather.

Q 24. How many support staff will be assigned to this group (Guides, Porters, Sherpas )?

A : Accompanied by English and Hindi speaking guide, 1 porter between 2 member. If group are 15 then guide will have 1 assistant (1 Sherpa) who always go to ahead then group to reserve the room at tea house lodge.

Q 25. What are the advantages and disadvantages of doing the Trek circuit clockwise and anti-clockwise? What do you recommend?

A : EBC and Gokyo Ri trek is anti-clockwise. Both are situated at same height. To acclimatize well to Chola pass and visiting lakes at Gokyo and Gokyo Ri we recommend it do in that way. As temperatures rise, many people retreat to mountain trails to escape the heat and enjoy time with nature. Hiking can be a challenging activity and requires a positive attitude and determined frame of mind.

This form of exercise strengthens the muscles, improves heart health and boosts mood. However, hiking can become a dangerous and miserable

experience if you are not prepared for conditions. Consult a doctor to ensure you're healthy enough to hike.

T&C

Terms and Conditions

All about the Elusive star

Here are our conditions:

Booking must be confirmed 60 days prior to date of departure by paying the full amount – It takes lot of effort, time and money in planning the trek in remote locations. So please give us enough time to make your journey a lifetime’s journey, as it is season.

All expenses accruing from change in schedule due to weather conditions or health issues are to be borne by the participants. Summiters will not be responsible for the weather or your personal health issues.

Cancellation policy – We plan everything for you well in advance, so that your trip is hassle-free and as smooth as possible. This means that porter fees, permits, Kathamandu-Lukla-Kathamandu, Accommodation expenses are all paid in advance. Any cancellation will mean inconvenience and loss to all the people involved in making your journey successful. Therefore, it is only fair to pass on the accrued costs to you. Our policy is:-

Cancellation after Registration 10% deduction from the total amount.

Cancellation prior to 30 days from date of departure : 75 % Refund

Cancellation between 30 days to 20 days prior to date of departure: 50% Refund

Cancellation between 15 days prior to date of departure : No Refund

No Show : No Refund

Cancellation has to be confirmed by sending a mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Nuptse 7861 mIts name is derived from the Tibetan words nup,which means west, and tse, which means peak.

Lhotse 8516 mNext to Mount Everest stands Lhotse, the fourth highest mountain in the world at 8,516 meters. Located in Sagamartha National Park, Lhotse and another mountain called Nuptse are connected to Mount Everest and form the group of mountains called the Everest massif. The name Lhotse comes from the Tibetan words lho, meaning south, and tse, meaning peak - hence the name “South Peak”.

Tengboche Monastery 3,867 mKnown as Dawa Choling Gompa, in the Tengboche village in Khumjung in the Khumbu region is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery of the Sherpa community.

Best SeasonPre Monsoon March - May – Post Monsoon September - November

Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains; take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes.

Pay heed to the trek leader or instructor in order to enjoy a safe and sound trekking experience.

Do not consume alcohol or any other intoxicants during the trek.

Avoid trekking during the nights.

Before undertaking the trek, consult a physician.

Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the trek.

The trek takes place through eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites.

Water ResourcesTap and Mineral water is available in Lodges. We recommend you carrying water purification Iodine tablets or drinking hot water.

ATMSiddahartha Bank ATM is in Namche Bazaar

EvacuationHelicopter or Chopper facility is available at all campsites. Contact Guest houses for Assistance. Evacuation would cost 1200 $ and Above

Medical AidAvailable at Periche along the EBC trail. Available at Gokyo & Machermo Along Gokyo trail.

HOW TO REACH

By Air : Thribhuvan International Airport at Kathmandu

By Road : Sunauli Border of Nepal – India. About 70 km from Gorakpur

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